Software Innovation Lab Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights

Pay Rate: $40–$45/hour (W2)

Join a fast-paced advanced engineering environment supporting next-generation defense and vehicle technologies. We are seeking a highly technical and hands-on Software Innovation Lab Engineer to support integration, simulation, validation, and troubleshooting efforts within a cutting-edge systems lab.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in complex lab environments, enjoys solving difficult hardware/software integration challenges, and wants exposure to advanced simulation platforms, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems, networking infrastructure, and real-time system testing.

What You’ll Be Doing

Advanced Lab Integration & Test Support

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot engineering lab and integration environments
• Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems and real-time simulation platforms
• Integrate and validate communication between simulation hardware and Devices Under Test (DUTs)
• Support both local and remote engineering teams during integration and testing activities
• Troubleshoot and repair cables, harnesses, and lab hardware components

System-Level Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Analyze and resolve system-level hardware/software issues across complex electromechanical systems
• Utilize tools such as:
• Windows Event Viewer
• syslog
• dmesg
• Multimeters and diagnostic equipment
• Debug sensor interfaces, actuator systems, communication links, and network-connected devices
• Investigate serial communication and network connectivity issues across integrated platforms

Networking & Infrastructure Support

• Configure and support:
• VLANs
• Managed switches
• Ethernet connectivity
• Networked lab infrastructure
• Administer Linux and Windows systems in engineering lab environments
• Utilize shell scripting and PowerShell for automation, diagnostics, and system maintenance
• Support virtualization platforms, servers, and storage infrastructure as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field
• 2+ years of engineering, integration, or lab support experience
• Strong understanding of:
• Computer networking fundamentals
• VLANs and switching concepts
• Linux and Windows operating systems
• Experience with:
• Linux terminal environments
• Windows command-line tools
• Shell scripting and PowerShell
• RS-232/422/485 communication
• CAN communication
• Ethernet-based systems
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with:
• Electro-mechanical systems
• Cable and harness assemblies
• Sensors and actuator interfaces
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in:
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Computer Science
• Experience with:
• NI TestStand
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems
• Real-time simulation environments
• Wireshark or tcpdump
• Automated test scripting
• Familiarity with:
• C/C++
• Firmware modification
• Network protocol analysis
• Knowledge of:
• CAN
• LIN
• MIL-STD-1553
• ARINC 429
• QoS and VLAN tagging
• Experience supporting:
• Rack servers
• Virtualization environments
• Datacenter or home-lab infrastructure
• System-level test execution and reporting

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